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UK government leads global transport transformation as it takes over ITF presidency in Germany
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Grant Shapps, Transport Secretary, is assuming presidency of the International Transport Forum and will lay out 5 priorities for the UK’s tenure.

Secretary of State for Transport announces plans for a net zero transatlantic flight while in US.

Healthy, cost-effective travel for millions as walking and cycling projects get the green light
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Funding worth £200 million announced for new walking and cycling schemes across England.

UK lays the foundation for rockets, high-altitude balloons and spaceplanes to lift off from spaceports across the UK, creating thousands of jobs in the process.

Measures introduced to penalise companies responsible for leaving potholes on roads after carrying out street works.

Transition to zero-emission trucks will help improve air quality, create greener jobs and reduce reliance on imports of foreign oil.

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